Sleep Special: When To Replace Your Bedding

Hands up who hasn’t bought a new duvet in years? I know I haven’t. And as for your mattress – well, they just seem to last forever, right? Wrong! Here’s exactly when you should replace your bedding. Warning! Some of this may shock you!

Mattress – 10 Years

Do you even remember the last time you got a new mattress? If it’s been more than 10 years, then you should probably go mattress shopping. In fact, this is the longest shelf-life of a mattress. Studies say that if your mattress is latex, then you’ll only get eight years out of it, for memory foam it’s seven, and for spring-based, it’s even less!

Pillows – Two to Three Years

Yes, really! I mean think about it, it’s where you lay your head. Oils from our face and scalp, as well as hairs and body moisture are absorbed by your pillow, creating the perfect breeding ground for allergens and bacteria. Pretty gross when you put it that way. New pillows? Add to cart immediately!

Sheets – Two Years

I think it’s fair to say that most people will replace their sheets after two years, depending of course on how much you spent on them. Naturally, more expensive sheets are better quality, and will withstand general washing and drying easier than cheaper sheets. And while this isn’t necessarily a hygiene thing, if you want an optimal night’s sleep, then replacing your sheets every two years will offer maximum comfort.

Duvets – Five to Ten Years

I know, I know, there’s a big difference between five and 10 years! But bare with me. Duvets, because they’re not forced to carry the weight of a pillow or mattress, will last you much longer. Again, similarly to sheets, a good quality duvet will last you 10 years, if not longer. And you’ll get even longer out of your duvets if you switch between a summer and winter duvet, as you’re using each for less than a year. Realistically, once your duvet starts to feel limp, there’s a good chance you’re in need of a new one.

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Fiona loves nothing more than discovering new cities, brunch on Sundays, and a good documentary. If you don't find her cooking up a storm in the kitchen, you'll find her in an interiors store, feeding her very real blanket addiction.